Obituaries

Dorothy Lee Thomas

Dorothy Lee Thomas

Jul 6, 2023

Dorothy Lee Thomas, 99, of Commerce, formerly of Sherman, passed away on Thursday July 6, 2023 at her residence.  Dorothy was born on November 24, 1923 in Garvin, Oklahoma to Samuel B. Holman and Callie Elizabeth Mayor.  She was married to John W. Thomas who preceded her in death in 1991.  Dorothy was a long-time member of Forrest Avenue Baptist...

Lillian Griffey Selvaggi

Lillian Griffey Selvaggi

Jul 3, 2023

Lillian Griffey Selvaggi passed away on July 3, 2023 at the age of 95.   She is survived by her six children: Virginia Selvaggi, Richard Selvaggi, MD ( with his wife Dr. Tina Fletcher), Sue Nixson ( with her husband Tony Nixson), Thomas Selvaggi, MD, Ross Selvaggi, Jr, Stuart Selvaggi, along with 14 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.   Lillian graduated...

Derek Sidwell

Derek Sidwell

Jul 1, 2023

Derek Sidwell, 89, of Commerce passed away at his residence on Saturday July 1, 2023 with family at his bedside.  He was born in Coventry England on June 9, 1934 to Herbert Sidwell and Elsie Moore Sidwell.  Derek helped his father maintenance Spitfire airplanes in WWII.  He enjoyed cricket, soccer and golf.  He retired as an engineer in the oil...

Carlton "Bubba" Grant Cheney

Carlton "Bubba" Grant Cheney

Jun 29, 2023

Carlton “Bubba” Grant Cheney 66, of Cooper, Texas passed away Thursday, June 29, 2023 surrounded by his family.  He was born in Ladonia, Texas on November 16, 1956 to Trueman Cheney and Sherry Haggard Cheney. Bubba loved the Lord, his children, his grandchildren and his family. He was an amazing carpenter and could out dance anyone on the dance floor....

Harry (Rusty) Russell Turner

Harry (Rusty) Russell Turner

Jun 23, 2023

 

On June 23, 2023, we bid final farewell to our beloved, Harry Russell Turner. Harry passed away after a seven-year long battle with cancer. He was a genuinely positive person who faced life's challenges and illness complications with unending courage and grace. Harry never complained about his health issues and condition, nor did he let it alter the way...

Kristine Edna Kane

Kristine Edna Kane

Jun 18, 2023

Kristine Edna Kane, 52, of Cooper, Texas passed away in the early morning hours of June 18, 2023 in Broken Bow, Oklahoma.

She was born on May 1, 1971, in Rochester, New York, the daughter of Peter Anthony Kennedy and Jo-Ann Marie Carey Kennedy. She worked in the Healthcare profession for many years, which fit her "do anything for anyone"...

Glenda Sue Ridgeway

Glenda Sue Ridgeway

Jun 17, 2023

Glenda Sue Ridgeway, 70, of Pecan Gap passed away early Saturday morning June 17, 2023 with her son by her side. She was born in Springfield, Missouri on November 13, 1952, the daughter of Leroy Stockton and Evelyn Browne. She married John Ridgeway on June 6, 1970 in Warasha, Minnesota and they made their way to Texas in 1985. Glenda...

Barbara Glen Johnson

Barbara Glen Johnson

Jun 14, 2023

Barbara G. Johnson, 74, of Commerce passed away at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas on June 14, 2023. She was born in Commerce, Tx. on July 25,1948, the daughter of Glen Ewing Robnett and Lona Loretta Weatherbee Robnett. Barbara worked as a dental assistant for Dr. Cozart in Commerce before going to work at L-3 Communications in Greenville. She...

Billy James Wilson

Billy James Wilson

May 29, 2023

Billy James Wilson, 71, of Campbell passed away at his residence on Monday evening May 29, 2023.

Arrangements are pending.

Sharon Elaine Brewton

Sharon Elaine Brewton

May 28, 2023

Sharon Elaine Brewton, beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend passed away on May 28th, 2023 at the age of 80 in Commerce. She was born on February 2nd, 1943 in Commerce to her parents Clyde "Buddy" E. Crowell and Janie Cox Crowell.Sharon was a woman with a green thumb and an adventurous spirit. She worked as an assistant...

Billy Clint Walker

Billy Clint Walker

May 26, 2023

 

Billy "Bill" Clint Walker "Dad", born May 11, 1943, went home to be with the Lord on Friday May 26,2023 surrounded by love, just after celebrating his 80th birthday. Dad served in the Air Force, two terms and went to Vietnam fighting for our country.His earlier years he was a sheet metal layout specialist who helped design and build...

Brenda Sue Hannah

Brenda Sue Hannah

May 21, 2023

Brenda Sue Hannah, 72, of Commerce, Tx. passed away Sunday afternoon, May 21, 2023 at Hunt Regional Healthcare Facility in Greenville, Tx. She was born in Hyden, Kentucky on February 24, 1951, the daughter of John Simpson and Sally Hoskins Simpson. Following High School, Brenda took business classes and attended cosmetology school. She worked as a beautician and owned her...

Roger David Bradstreet

Roger David Bradstreet

May 14, 2023

 

Memorial services for Roger “David” Bradstreet age, 74 of Wolfe City will be held at a later date. 

Mr. Bradstreet died Sunday, May 14, 2023, in Greenville, Texas.  He was born in Wheeler, Texas on July 26, 1948, the son of Roy and Nell Garner Bradstreet.  He attended school in Wheeler, TX and worked for Kinder Morgan in the...

Mickey Beth (Evans) Wilson

Mickey Beth (Evans) Wilson

May 4, 2023

Mickey Beth Wilson, 79, of Donie, Texas, passed away on May 4th, 2023, at Fairfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center after suffering a stroke in September of 2022.Mickey was born on April 2, 1944, to James Clyde Evans and Ella Verde May Evans in Cumby, Texas. She enjoyed the study of genealogy, completing Sudoku puzzles, sitting on the porch of her...

Brenda Tucker Jones

Brenda Tucker Jones

Apr 22, 2023

Brenda Jones, 66, of Commerce passed away on April 22, 2023 in Commerce, Tx.  Brenda was born on February 9, 1957 in Ft. Worth, TX to Willie Lee Tucker and Ruth Stewart Tucker.  She was married to Timothy W. Jones who survives her.

No services are planned.

Tommy Tillery

Tommy Tillery

Apr 15, 2023

Tommy Tillery, 82, of Commerce passed away at his residence surrounded by family on Saturday, April 15, 2023.  Tommy was born on November 3, 1940 in Hot Springs, AR to Gilbert Tillery Sr. and Myrtle Harrison Tillery.  Tommy worked and retired from the City of Farmers Branch.  Tommy enjoyed playing golf and riding motorcycles.

He is survived by his former...

James "Jimmy" Clovis Dato

James "Jimmy" Clovis Dato

Apr 11, 2023

James "Jimmy" Clovis Dato, 62, of Cumby passed away on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 in Commerce from injuries sustained in an accident.  He was born on December 28, 1960 in Ft. Worth to William Edward Dato Jr. and Wanda Jo Davis.  He was employed in the construction field.

James is survived by his mother and stepfather Wanda and Lance Williams...

Mickey Jangaon Samonte

Mickey Jangaon Samonte

Apr 7, 2023

 

Mickey Jangaon Samonte, 46, of Dallas passed away at his residence on Friday, April 7, 2023. Mickey has been reunited with his mom and dad in heaven. Mickey was born in Portsmouth, Virginia on December 21, 1976 to Jaime Dizon Samonte and Esmeralda Naiva Jangaon.  He was married to Kawanna West Samonte.  Mickey attended Naaman Forest High School and...

Michael E. Huggins

Michael E. Huggins

Mar 29, 2023

Michael E. Huggins, 44, of Sulphur Springs passed away on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 in Sulphur Springs as a result of a vehicle accident.  He was born on September 5, 1978 in Sulphur Springs to Patricia Gail Huggins Keels.  He was a manager of a nail salon.  Michael loved riding his motorcycle, hosting cookouts, grilling and just sitting around the...

Charles William Morse

Charles William Morse

Mar 25, 2023

Charles William Morse, 75, of Melissa passed away on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in McKinney.  Charles was born July 7, 1947 in Toledo, OH to Roy and Dorothy Morse.  He was a contractor by profession.

Left to cherish his memories are his sons: Tobin Morse and wife Christina of Belgrade, MT and Jason...